http://articles.getacoder.com/real_estate/home_staging.htm Free Content For Your Website http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ If you are trying to sell your home and you are getting a lot of "lookers" and no "takers", a lot of showings but no offers, you probably need the help of a professional home stager. Properly preparing a home for sale is one of the most important things a home seller can do to get their home sold faster and for a better price. Sat, 13 Sep 2008 16:51:52 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Owners,_Are_You_Getting_More_Lookers_Than_Takers_Maybe_Its_Time_For_a_Home_Staging_Makeover!_1450561x1221339112.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Owners,_Are_You_Getting_More_Lookers_Than_Takers_Maybe_Its_Time_For_a_Home_Staging_Makeover!_1450561x1221339112.htm Have you ever walked into a beautifully designed model home and said "WOW... I'm Home!"? Did you visualize your family sitting around that large dining table for Thanksgiving dinner, or see yourself curled up on the red leather sofa to read a book? Could you imagine yourself entertaining family and friends in the gourmet kitchen? And the kids... You just knew they would LOVE the "flex room" which had something for each of them! If so, then you have been a successful target of a special weapon builders have been using for many years to get their homes sold... STAGING! Sun, 03 Aug 2008 08:18:52 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_-_A_Secret_Weapon_That_Works!_1440270x1217765932.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_-_A_Secret_Weapon_That_Works!_1440270x1217765932.htm Staging your home results in a better and quicker sale. Details will make a difference. Get help if you need it. Thu, 31 Jul 2008 23:41:37 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Staging_Your_Home_For_a_Better_Sale_1440255x1217562097.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Staging_Your_Home_For_a_Better_Sale_1440255x1217562097.htm Plunging home values and rocketing inventory have home sellers struggling desperately for anything that might help sell their homes faster. What is today's seller to do? Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:59:02 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Design_Pros_Key_Factors_For_Selling_Homes_In_Orlando_Florida_1440276x1217545142.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Design_Pros_Key_Factors_For_Selling_Homes_In_Orlando_Florida_1440276x1217545142.htm Finding a way to increase a home's value is top priority when trying to sell. There are 7 things any home seller should do to increase their home's value. Sun, 27 Jul 2008 20:22:59 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Add_Value_to_Your_Home_in_7_Easy_Steps_1440257x1217204579.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Add_Value_to_Your_Home_in_7_Easy_Steps_1440257x1217204579.htm There are several tricks to selling a home without having to make major concessions in price. One of the best things you can do for you and your property is stage your home for sale. Homes that are staged typically require less time to sell, research has shown that staged homes can sell nearly 40 percent faster than their counterpart. Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:51:38 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Staging_Your_Home_1550525x1217134298.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Staging_Your_Home_1550525x1217134298.htm Condominiums and town houses are often smaller than conventional houses. Many buyers of condos or town houses are usually retirement couples that are economizing or young starting families. Both demographics will be experiencing the so called "space squeeze" although for different reasons. It is your task to make your condo or town house feel as roomy as possible. Sat, 26 Jul 2008 17:58:04 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Condos_And_Townhouses_-_The_Premium_Of_Space_1440279x1217109484.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Condos_And_Townhouses_-_The_Premium_Of_Space_1440279x1217109484.htm As a Lighting Specialist, people frequently ask me how they improve the saleability of their house with good lighting. They often add that they have a budget, don't want to spend a lot, because that extra cost in purchasing expensive lighting fixtures or changing electrical service would have to be added to the cost of their house. With that in mind, I have created guidelines for enhancing the appearance of a home inexpensively: Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:48:31 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Ten_Lighting_Tips_That_Will_Help_Sell_Your_House_1550527x1216925311.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Ten_Lighting_Tips_That_Will_Help_Sell_Your_House_1550527x1216925311.htm D'you know the secret to successfully selling vacant land? You will when you read this article! Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:05:01 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secret_-_Stage_Even_Vacant_Land!_1440274x1216710301.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secret_-_Stage_Even_Vacant_Land!_1440274x1216710301.htm Most people are proud of their home and the way it's decorated. When they decide to sell it, they might think that they don't need to do anything to prepare it for sale. Nevertheless, one of the most powerful marketing tools in real estate is Home Staging. So, even if you think your house is perfect, do you need to Stage it? Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:07:48 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/So,_You_Think_You_Dont_Need_To_Stage_Your_Home_For_Sale_1440287x1216685268.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/So,_You_Think_You_Dont_Need_To_Stage_Your_Home_For_Sale_1440287x1216685268.htm What makes a buyer feel that this particular home is for them when most of the decision has already been made by its location and size. What makes the difference? Sun, 20 Jul 2008 19:54:00 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Elusive_It_Quality_of_a_Home_1550521x1216598040.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Elusive_It_Quality_of_a_Home_1550521x1216598040.htm When selling your house, you need to keep in mind the 4 p's of marketing - product, positioning, promotion and price. All of which feels antithetical when talking about a home. It's actually easier than you might imagine. This article focuses on one particular aspect - that of positioning. Who is the most likely buyer for your house? How do we tell them they are ideal prospects for the home? Sun, 20 Jul 2008 14:01:02 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_-_Use_Books_to_Tell_Your_Story_When_Selling_to_a_Particular_Buyer_1440260x1216576862.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_-_Use_Books_to_Tell_Your_Story_When_Selling_to_a_Particular_Buyer_1440260x1216576862.htm Getting a home ready for the market is important. Consulting with a Realtor will give you a perspective from the trenches. Simple common sense improvements are inexpensive and generally your best bet. Remodeling magazine articles and companies that are in the staging of home business may give you information that may or or may not be necessary. Sat, 19 Jul 2008 06:17:32 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Considering_Staging_a_Home_-_Inexpensive_Home_Selling_Tips_1550529x1216462652.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Considering_Staging_a_Home_-_Inexpensive_Home_Selling_Tips_1550529x1216462652.htm It is no secret that home staging works because it illustrates a lifestyle. Did you know there are only 6 fundamentals to work with? They are surprisingly simple. Read on, but only if you are prepared to have this particular home staging secret exposed. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 22:18:18 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secrets_Exposed_-_How_to_Illustrate_a_Lifestyle_&_Find_the_Perfect_Buyer_For_Your_House_1440268x1216261098.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secrets_Exposed_-_How_to_Illustrate_a_Lifestyle_&_Find_the_Perfect_Buyer_For_Your_House_1440268x1216261098.htm A house that "sparkles" on the surface will sell faster than its shabby neighbor, even though both are structurally well-maintained. From experience, estate agents know that a well prepared house appeals to more buyers and will sell faster and for a higher price. Additionally, buyers feel more comfortable purchasing a well cared for home. If what they see is well maintained, they assume that what they can't see is probably also well maintained. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:55:16 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Top_Insider_Secrets_to_Preparing_Your_House_For_Showing_1440246x1216230916.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Top_Insider_Secrets_to_Preparing_Your_House_For_Showing_1440246x1216230916.htm Selling your house is a minefield of traps - most of which defy logic. Home improvements would be so much easier once the house is empty: the floors, new carpet, walls and ceilings in particular, painted, windows scraped and restored to open-able condition. Surely, in between the move out and the move in is the perfect time? You'd think. Therefore, let's just give them an allowance at closing, and save the time and effort. This doesn't work. Should, but doesn't. Why not? Wed, 16 Jul 2008 02:51:40 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Reality_#1_-_No_Allowance_at_Closing_Not_Now,_Not_in_Todays_Market,_Sorry_1440259x1216191100.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Reality_#1_-_No_Allowance_at_Closing_Not_Now,_Not_in_Todays_Market,_Sorry_1440259x1216191100.htm As with any problem, the key to avoiding foreclosure is to be proactive. Many people facing the prospect of foreclosure will decide that the best solution is to sell their house. It might seem counterintuitive to hire a professional stager when you are facing the sale of your home to avoid foreclosure; however it has been proven time and time again that staged homes sell faster and for a higher price than homes that are sold "as is". Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:34:11 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Aids_Homeowners_Facing_Foreclosure_1440266x1216179251.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Aids_Homeowners_Facing_Foreclosure_1440266x1216179251.htm Home Staging Secret:- Marketing to Gen X and Y is NOT about speaking ebonics! It's just like staging itself; it's about recognizing the "preferred settings" in their lifestyle and making home buying fit into that particular paradigm. Here are 7 tips to help you hip up... or zizz it, as my 16 year old cousin in London says! Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:17:37 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secrets_-_7_Tips_on_Marketing_to_Younger_Buyers_1440280x1216145857.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secrets_-_7_Tips_on_Marketing_to_Younger_Buyers_1440280x1216145857.htm When the best possible outcome means a win for everyone in the transaction. Sounds like wishful thinking? You won't think so after reading this article about the case for home staging in New Jersey. Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:13:58 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_-_Reason_Number_2_Why_Staging_is_a_Must_in_New_Jersey_1444324x1216034038.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_-_Reason_Number_2_Why_Staging_is_a_Must_in_New_Jersey_1444324x1216034038.htm Creating an attractive clean slate is the key to successful Home Staging. Unlike professional decorating for personal taste, Home Staging is a marketing tool used to sell a product. With the right information almost anyone can stage their own home to get top dollar for their property. Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:23:25 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Simple_Start_to_Home_Staging_1519396x1215959005.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Simple_Start_to_Home_Staging_1519396x1215959005.htm Many homes on the market are vacant. Nothing displays the function of the rooms and nothing teases the imagination. No other marketing utilizes bare bones advertising. Why would home sales? Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:03:11 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Functional_Is_Vacant_1440298x1215925391.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Functional_Is_Vacant_1440298x1215925391.htm It is no secret that the market has been changing over the past several years. In some areas housing prices have leveled off and in other areas there has been a decline. When selling in a buyer's market, it is more important than ever to ensure your house stands out among the competition. Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:56:42 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Effectively_and_Inexpensively_Stage_Your_Home_1509801x1215658602.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Effectively_and_Inexpensively_Stage_Your_Home_1509801x1215658602.htm You've place the For Sale Sign in front of your Denver, Colorado home and there it sits, pretty as you please, looking mighty fine, and very much like home. But what can you do to attract buyers? How can you sell your home fast? We have answers. Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:54:31 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Staging_Your_Home_For_Sale_-_Emphasize_the_WOW!_Factor_of_Marketing_Your_Property_1491934x1215651271.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Staging_Your_Home_For_Sale_-_Emphasize_the_WOW!_Factor_of_Marketing_Your_Property_1491934x1215651271.htm Do you know what the 3rd most important tip when taking an owner-occupied house to market to compete against new construction? You will once you've read this article. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 06:48:05 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secret_-_Compete_Against_New_Construction_Tip_#3_-_In_3_Steps_1440263x1215514085.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secret_-_Compete_Against_New_Construction_Tip_#3_-_In_3_Steps_1440263x1215514085.htm We show homes every day and we see all types of flaws and masterpieces. From brilliant design ideas and creative uses of space to overlooked projects and problem areas of properties. Sellers listen up and buyers pay attention. Mon, 07 Jul 2008 03:45:11 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Simple_Fixes_and_Upgrades_For_the_Home_1491933x1215416711.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Simple_Fixes_and_Upgrades_For_the_Home_1491933x1215416711.htm Too hot for you to get out there and do some summer gardening? Well, if you're selling your home you'd best be prepared to get out there and liven up your landscaping. In summer's hot and competitive market, buyers are expecting yards to be parading their "best in bloom" colors, and showing off all their assets. So, slap on that sunscreen and get in gear to optimize your homes final sale price. Here are some quick and easy tips, to get you revved up for potential buyers: Stage Your Garden and Yard. Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:53:01 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Sizzling_Summer_Success_-_Outdoor_Home_Staging_Tips_For_the_Hottest_Season!_1509800x1215406381.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Sizzling_Summer_Success_-_Outdoor_Home_Staging_Tips_For_the_Hottest_Season!_1509800x1215406381.htm Losing your home to foreclosure is a traumatizing event. But you can minimize the trauma to your finances with a little good staging advice for marketing your home. Follow these instructions. Sun, 06 Jul 2008 11:17:07 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Foreclosure_Threatening_-_Stage_Your_Home_For_Sale_1491935x1215357427.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Foreclosure_Threatening_-_Stage_Your_Home_For_Sale_1491935x1215357427.htm If you are having difficulties in selling your house why not consider the services of a home staging interior designer. Investing in a good home staging is good value for money. Once a home staging interior designer has worked on a home, the chances are the home will sell faster and at a higher value then if it were sold in its original condition. Sun, 06 Jul 2008 07:35:46 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Interior_Designers_-Selling_Your_Home_With_the_Help_of_Designers_1444320x1215344146.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Interior_Designers_-Selling_Your_Home_With_the_Help_of_Designers_1444320x1215344146.htm I am not buying your photo collection, I want your crown molding... Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:40:11 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Quick_and_Easy_Staging_Project_For_the_Walls_1491937x1215038411.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Quick_and_Easy_Staging_Project_For_the_Walls_1491937x1215038411.htm "How can I sell my house for the most money in the least time" is an even more important question in a buyer's market. 'Dressing' your house is the answer, and it's something anybody can do. It's sometimes called 'staging' or 'fluffing', but 'dressing' is a more appropriate term. These techniques have been used by professionals for many years but information has been surprisingly hard to come by for the layman. Many buyers think they'll be able to look past a poorly decorated or empty house, but they do have a negative psychological effect. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:38:30 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Sell_Your_House_in_Any_Market_-_Make_Your_Home_Irresistible_to_Buyers_1491936x1214930310.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Sell_Your_House_in_Any_Market_-_Make_Your_Home_Irresistible_to_Buyers_1491936x1214930310.htm It is difficult to believe that there was a time not long ago when all you had to do to sell your home was put a sign in the yard and have your agent put you in the multiple listing system. Not so today. With all the competition in the housing market, when showing your home, you need to convince the buyer that your home is the most comfortable, livable and the best home on the block! Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:58:18 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_to_Attract_Home_Buyers_1440250x1214816298.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_to_Attract_Home_Buyers_1440250x1214816298.htm We know that emotion sells a home. How do you trigger an emotion? By engaging someone subconsciously, stimulating them through their senses. Sounds like carnival hokus-pokus? Smoke and mirrors? Nope, genuine, sensible, logical, fun... read on. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:49:58 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secrets_-_Cater_to_All_5_Senses_and_Youll_Win_Big!_So_Will_the_Buyer!_1440271x1214801398.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Secrets_-_Cater_to_All_5_Senses_and_Youll_Win_Big!_So_Will_the_Buyer!_1440271x1214801398.htm More homeowners than ever before are turning to home staging professionals for advice on how to best decorate their homes to stand out before they list with a real estate agent. If you're one of the lucky stagers enjoying an increase in inquiries because of the market's decline, you have to keep the fine line between 'free estimate' and 'free advice' good and clear. Otherwise, you could burn out and bankrupt your business faster than you think. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 17:11:00 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Easiest_Way_to_Prevent_Bankrupting_Your_Home_Staging_Business_-_Stop_Giving_Free_Estimates!_1491938x1214773860.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Easiest_Way_to_Prevent_Bankrupting_Your_Home_Staging_Business_-_Stop_Giving_Free_Estimates!_1491938x1214773860.htm Selling your home does not have to be a chore, despite the state of the property market at the moment. Home staging can give it a new lease of life and give it the appeal to sell quickly for the asking price. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 13:30:03 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_Home_Staging_Can_Help_You_Sell_Your_Home_1491939x1214760603.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_Home_Staging_Can_Help_You_Sell_Your_Home_1491939x1214760603.htm By making a few simple changes to your home's interior will payoff in the long run when it comes down to making a sale. In the chaotic market of real estate, you need all the help you can get. Sun, 09 Mar 2008 15:26:21 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Stage_Is_Set_-_Now_Lets_Sell_Your_House!_1499405x1205090781.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Stage_Is_Set_-_Now_Lets_Sell_Your_House!_1499405x1205090781.htm Uncertainty rules in real estate and will most likely continue throughout 2008. Homeowners who are desperate to sell are looking to gain a competitive edge in the market. A professionally staged home makes a great first impression and can help the home sell fast. Fri, 22 Feb 2008 21:28:29 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Desperate_Home_Sellers_Turn_to_Home_Staging_for_a_Competitive_Edge_1491942x1203733709.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Desperate_Home_Sellers_Turn_to_Home_Staging_for_a_Competitive_Edge_1491942x1203733709.htm When selling your investment property, are you tempted to leave a room or the entire house empty? Don't decide to save money when it comes to furnishings and accessories. Taking the time to do these final details will ultimately translate into a higher return on your investment. Mon, 28 Jan 2008 18:14:41 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Helps_Real_Estate_Investors_and_Builders_Maximize_Profits_1487476x1201562081.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_Helps_Real_Estate_Investors_and_Builders_Maximize_Profits_1487476x1201562081.htm Many sellers ask the question, "Why should I stage my house?" Here are a lot of great reasons to put a little pizazz in the appeal of your home, inside and out. Remember, first impressions are so important. Take a look around your home with a buyer's eye... Wed, 27 Jun 2007 12:00:33 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Selling_Your_Home_-_Home_Staging_For_$_1451664x1182960033.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Selling_Your_Home_-_Home_Staging_For_$_1451664x1182960033.htm Statistics have shown that critical first impressions are formed within ten seconds of entering a home. Will they buy, or walk away? And, unlike in the movies, there are no chances for a second 'take' to get it right! Mon, 30 Apr 2007 19:24:10 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_-_Showing_You_How_To_Set_The_Stage_For_A_Quicker_Sale_1463464x1177975450.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Home_Staging_-_Showing_You_How_To_Set_The_Stage_For_A_Quicker_Sale_1463464x1177975450.htm If you are thinking of putting your house up for sale or it's been on the market and is not selling, you need to think about Home Staging - the hottest merchandising concept in Real estate. Simple but effective techniques, a bit of creativity and a small investment will help you sell your property faster and for a lot more money! Stage your house - Sell your house. 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